Often times when we think of oregano our mouths start salivating as we think of that last yummy Italian dish we had. I mean after all, it is known as a common ingredient in Italian cuisine. dōTERRA Oregano essential oil is the perfect kitchen companion - it's spicy and herbaceous. Here are a couple delicious Italian treats that use dōTERRA Oregano essential oil.
Italian Chicken Soup
Aside from it's excellent use in our cooking, dōTERRA Oregano also supports healthy digestion and respiratory function when taken internally.* It is one of the most potent and powerful essential oils and has been used for centuries in traditional practices. The primary chemical components of Oregano is carvacrol, a phenol that possesses antioxidant properties when ingested. Due to its high phenol content, caution should be taken when inhaling or diffusing Oregano; only one to two drops is needed. Additionally, Oregano should be diluted with a carrier oil when applied to the skin. My favorite go-to carrier oil is Fractionated Coconut oil. It's fragarent-free and doesn't stain (or taste for that matter).
Here are some common uses:
- Take one drop in a veggie cap or 4 fl. oz of liquid daily to maintain healthy immune function.*
- Add one to two drops to a veggie capsule to support healthy respiratory function.*
- Put one drop in place of dried oregano in spaghetti sauce, pizza sauce, or on a roast.
- Put 10 drops in a 16-ounce spray bottle with water for a surface cleaner.
You've got to know your own body and the severity of any issues you might have, but I'm personally hoping to avoid ever having to take a prescribed pills. I've had amazing success with using dōTERRA Oregano essential oil along with some other key oils for my natural remedies over those prescriptions. It not only works, but it doesn't mess up my system and cause havoc in other areas of my body. I will say this too, prior to using oils and as I first started using them I was prone to at least two sinus infections a year. I was so relieved to have found dōTERRA - gotta love natural solutions. But, guess what? I haven't gotten a sinus infection (knock on wood) in over two years! That's not a coincidence, that's the power of living a proactive natural solutions lifestyle. YES! Speaking of sinuses.
Here's a great sinus steamer recipe:
If you'd like to know my sinus infection recipe or want to chat about other options and how dōTERRA essential oils have literally changed my life, please reach out.
xoDanette
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.